Physiotherapist - Dargaville at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, NorthlandWorking 24 hours per week, with the flexibility to increase these hours if the successful applicant is prepared to travelHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleWe have an amazing opportunity for an enthusiastic Physiotherapist to join our team at Dargaville Hospital on a permanent part-time basis.In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide expert physiotherapy that promotes independence, safety, and wellbeing to the patients of Health New Zealand. The work will be predominantly musculoskeletal, providing cover in the General Ward for Annual and Sick leave.Applications are welcomed from experienced Physiotherapists looking for a new challenge as well as new-graduate Physiotherapists ready to start their careers in 2024.About the Team/Service/LocationA career with Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora - Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love and in your professional development. You really can enjoy the best of both.Along with an interesting wide variety of work to keep you engaged, you will work alongside a supportive and tight-knit team with the opportunity to gain further knowledge and skills within the team as well as other staff members in the wider service.About youEssential Skills and ExperienceQualified Physiotherapist with registration as a Physiotherapist with the Physiotherapy Board of NZ (or eligible for) and a holder of a current practicing certificate.Sound knowledge of Physiotherapy theory and principles or practice, able to assess client's needs and take appropriate action.Proven ability to communicate with and relate to a wide range of people and age groups, along with proven time management, priority setting skills, and problem-solving ability.Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.Experience in projects/initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community, or mahi aroha (volunteering), we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 9 January 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Recruitment at ****** number: AH24-088Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai TokerauNote: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.
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